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The dermatological world is only growing and with every innovation, a new cosmetic or treatment trend arises. A couple of decades ago target action products or masks for the face seemed like a novelty, whereas now it came time to revolutionize hair care. The inspiration in this instance was drawn from medical ampoules - small vials widely used to store concentrated medicaments. Somebody must have thought “What if I create a highly concentrated, complex therapy for the hair for quick, yet significant results?”.
In this article you will learn:
- What exactly hair ampoules are
- How to use hair ampoules
- Which ones are for your specific hair type
- Can hair ampoules stimulate hair growth?
- Which are good
- Can there be side effects of hair ampoules?
- How to create your brand of ampoules
First things first, what are hair ampoules?
You have seen all kinds of bottles and tubes but ampoules? They really do belong to the hospital shelves, don’t they? Well, it turns out not completely. Think of them as a highly effective, condensed treatment for your hair.
Professionally speaking, hair ampoules are small vials, made of either plastic or glass, that contain around from 5 up to 15 ml of a product. They are usually packed in sets which normally should suffice for a few weeks, typically 4 - 8, if applied every day. Since they are concentrated products, they should provide an intense, periodical therapy for your hair.
How to use hair ampoules so that they are effective?
Simply splashing the content of an ampoule onto your hand and smearing your hair with it will not do the job - unless your goal is just to give your hair some superficial shine. As mentioned previously, hair ampoules are hair therapy, meaning they should act upon the very root of a condition - in this case, it is the hair bulb.
Accordingly, if you would like your hair ampoules to bring about the desired effects, gently massage their content with circular motions into your scalp - that is where all the hair bulbs are located. Thanks to such an action, you will be influencing each hair from its very roots and not just its ending. Furthermore, it will also prevent newly-formed issues in the future.
Should I prepare my hair before using it?
As it is with every product, also the instructions of a hair ampoule should be considered before using it - just to be sure you are not doing anything deleterious. Usually, you should apply the content of an ampoule onto your scalp with gentle, circular movements using just your fingertips - the skin does not like harsh rubbing. Before doing that, you should be after washing and conditioning your hair with the regular products as well as your hair should be dried with a towel. Then, you are good to go.
Should i rinse after using a hair ampoule?
No, there is no need to rinse off a product after applying the ampoule’s content. The treatment should stay both on your hair and scalp for a longer period so that it actually has time to act.
What kind of hair ampoules are available on the market?
Hair ampoules were designed to be a highly effective remedy for hair issues and to drastically improve its condition in a relatively short amount of time - hence there exist as many kinds of them as there are types of hair and its ailments. Let’s say your hair is really dry - you’d probably seek a deeply repairing and hydrating product. Similarly, you can find great ampoules for hair loss, hair growth, regeneration, soothing and revitalizing.
Hair ampoules for dry hair
Dry hair, as well as the scalp, require replenishing the protective, strength-giving oils to return to their healthy state. Ideally, seek ampoules with nourishing oils e.g. argan oil, plant extracts, niacinamide (or a provitamin of vitamin B5), ceramides and biotin.
Inhibiting Hair Loss Cosmetics
If you suffer from an actual hairloss condition, it would be best if you consulted your healthcare professional for the most advantageous treatment option. In such cases, professional ampoules that are available in pharmacies might be the sought solution. In milder instances, for example seasonal or transient stress-related hairloss, hair ampoules with specially selected plant extracts like nettle or horsetail will be helpful. Check this out: MCCM Medical Cosmetics Hair Cocktail.
Hair ampoules that stimulate hair growth
To stimulate the growth of the new hair, both promoting the skin cell turnover as well as proper nourishing of the scalp are needed. Ingredients like AHA & BHA acids and glutathione have a great impact on regulating the skin cell differentiation and proliferation - by boosting the skin cell turnover, they quicken as well as improve the quality of the production of the new cells. At the same time, substances like biotin, niacinamide (or a provitamin of vitamin B5) and plant extracts will provide the needed nourishment. Check this out: Kerastase Densfique Treatment.
Hair ampoules that soothe the scalp
In some cases, the scalp gets dried-out e.g. after the use of specific treatments or because of particular conditions like psoriasis, eczema or seborrheic dermatitis. It can also be excessively irritated, for example due to chronic dandruff or an allergy. If such a description applies to you, you may benefit from a shoothing hair ampoule. Calming ingredients like panthenol, niacinamide, tocopherol (or vitamin E), oats and comforting oils will alleviate the ongoing inflammation, discomfort and irritation.
Conclusion
Hair ampoules are highly concentrated products hence provide desired effects in a relatively short period of time - usually 4 - 8 weeks. Depending on their purpose, they contain plentiful active ingredients from regenerative to soothing substances. They offer an intense, complex treatment practically for any hair condition as well as notably improve the state of any kind of hair and scalp. As long as we examine the INCI and make sure the ingredients are good, which is a topic for another time.
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